Find two consecutive integers such that the smaller integer decreased by nine equals three times the larger integer.

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Aniyah

21 February, 11:31

Find two consecutive integers such that the smaller integer decreased by nine equals three times the larger integer.

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Dallas · Answer 1

Let the first integer be x, since they are consecutive, the other will be x + 1

Following the question;

x-9 = 3 (x + 1)

x - 9 = 3x + 3

3x-x = - 3-9

2x = - 12

x = - 12/2

x = - 6 and x + 1 = - 6 + 1 = - 5

The integers are - 6 and - 5

Karly · Answer 2

The integers are - 5 and - 6